Human Resources Manager

Hands On Children's Museum•Olympia, WA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Hands On Children’s Museum is seeking a Human Resources Manager to join their team. This full-time, non-exempt position is responsible for overseeing the employee experience, from recruitment and onboarding to employee support, compliance, and benefits management. The ideal candidate will be a people-person, a problem-solver, and passionate about creating a positive and engaging workplace culture. The museum is a nationally recognized family learning destination located on the waterfront in Olympia, Washington, dedicated to stimulating curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking through interactive learning experiences. They are committed to serving all children, regardless of their ability to pay, through initiatives like the Inspired Learning for All program.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or a related field, or an HR certification (SHRM-CP/PHR).
3+ years of HR experience.
Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
Experience with HRIS systems (e.g., Paylocity, ADP).
Excellent communication skills and a people-first mindset.
Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism.
Proactive, organized, and solutions-oriented approach.

Nice To Haves

Nonprofit experience.
Experience facilitating positive workplaces.
Ability to bring energy to all tasks.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries regarding policies, benefits, and payroll.
Support managers with employee relations, coaching, and conflict resolution.
Contribute to building a positive, inclusive, and engaging workplace culture.
Manage the recruitment and hiring process, including posting jobs, screening candidates, and coordinating interviews.
Lead onboarding and orientation processes to ensure new hires feel welcomed.
Support smooth offboarding experiences for departing employees.
Process semi-monthly payroll.
Maintain HRIS systems and ensure accurate employee records.
Ensure compliance with all applicable HR laws and regulations (local, state, and federal).
Manage employee leave programs, including FMLA and Washington Paid Family and Medical Leave.
Oversee benefits enrollment and coordinate with vendors.
Manage the Open Enrollment process for employee benefits.
Support employee recognition programs and staff communications.
Track required training and coordinate training sessions.
Help ensure employees have the necessary tools for success.
Assist in planning all-staff meetings.
Participate in and help lead the FUN Committee.
Foster engagement across the museum team.